Seasonal Animal Care Professional, Alabama Wilds

BIRMINGHAM ZOO INC • Birmingham, AL

33d • $12 • Onsite

About The Position

The Birmingham Zoo is currently seeking applications for a Seasonal Animal Care Professional in the Alabama Wilds Department. Under the direction of the Zoological Manager, the successful candidate will be responsible for providing a high level of care to a variety of farm animals in the Alabama Barn. Primary responsibilities of this position include maintaining the seasonal butterfly habitat, running the daily goat contact yard, monitoring animal health, maintaining cleanliness of animal areas, providing environmental and behavioral enrichment, preparing diets, and presenting both formally and informally for the public. The candidate must be a motivated self-starter that is enthusiastic and team-oriented. This position requires a team player capable of positive interactions with staff, guests, and volunteers.

Requirements

• College degree in a zoology-related field preferred.
• Volunteer, intern, or paid animal care experience in a zoo or equivalent setting preferred.
• Ability to multi-task, coordinate with others and meet deadlines.
• Ability to think critically and demonstrated time-management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to participate in presentations and public speaking.
• Knowledge of the Microsoft Office.
• Strong organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Must have current negative TB test and provide documentation, or be willing to have a TB test .
• Must provide other documentation of vaccines or be willing to follow protocols including, but not limited to, wearing N95 masks and gloves.
• Must be First Aid/CPR certified or willing to be trained and certified.
• Must have a current, valid driver’s license with no major traffic violations within the last three years.
• A pre-employment Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) check will be conducted, and an annual MVR review is required.

Nice To Haves

• Strong interest in advancing the conservation missions of zoos and aquariums.
• High self-motivation and a detail-oriented work ethic.
• Professional, positive, and enthusiastic demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Displays and demonstrates the basic biology, behaviors and husbandry of the animals in their department in the daily routine.
• Cleans and maintains animal holdings, including the use of chemical agents and special tools to assure the health and safety of the animals.
• Identifies, recognizes and reports any abnormal behavior of all the animals in their department.
• Monitors weather related needs for the animals in their department and shelters animals appropriately.
• Identifies, documents, and properly communicates any animal medical problems to the Zoological Manager and Veterinary staff in a timely manner.
• Maintains good communication with managers to ensure that all facilities and animals are in good order, and that all problems are reported.
• Learns about enrichment and, if time allows, is encouraged to think of new enrichment ideas to turn in for approval.
• Prepares and presents programs visitors and guests.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level